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Vinyl
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Modification

II. Vinyl (Soft PVC)

1. Tools Neededgrind

1. white stone - Christmas tree shape
2. blue stone - rounded end shape
3. grinding motor

2. Modifying Earmold Shape

 (Canal, Tragus, Concha, Helix)

1. use white stone
2. set motor at slower speed
3. grind from back to front
4. grinding motion continual and slow
5. feel area for rough or flat spots

Don't
1. use blue stone - gets very hot
2. grind in one place
3. apply lots of pressure - material will build up and get very hot!


3. Changing Styles

1. use blue stone
2. use white stone to smooth
3. same grinding method described above

Don't
1. grind large chunks off at a time
2. cut straight through - trim down

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